Laker Lines for Students, Monday, May 14, 2012

This Week

SFAB Budget Applications for Fall 2012 are Due May 14
The Student Fees Advisory board (SFAB) is accepting budget applications for funding for fall 2012. Recognized student organizations can request funding for campus programs and activities. The budget application guidelines can be found on the Campus Life website http://www.clayton.edu/campus-life/organizations/resoucesforms
Any organization who wishes to apply for funding should contact Felisha Whitehead at felishawhitehead@clayton.edu.
Applications received after May 14, 2012 will not be accepted.
Take Advantage: The Loch Shop has Extended the Online Pre-pack Program Through May 15
The Loch Shop Pre-Pack Program is a free online service that allows you to reserve the books you need for the upcoming semester. You can save money by having first choice of used books; save time by letting us pull your books for you; skip lines by checking out through our dedicated pre-pack line.
The program for the summer semester has been extended through Tuesday, May 15.
To begin reserving your textbooks, click here:
http://www.ishoplochshop.com/site_textbook_agreement.asp
Any questions? Feel free to contact us at lochshop@clayton.edu or call (678) 466-4220.
Kirk, Twomey to Headline Merchants Meeting, May 17
Alisa Kirk, area director of the Clayton State University Small Business Development Center (SBDC), and Mike Twomey, president & executive director of the Morrow Business & Tourism Association, will be speaking to a local merchants meeting on Thursday, May 17.
The meeting, to be held at the Morrow Conference Center Ballroom at Southlake Mall, is hosted by Morrow Economic Development and Planning and the Morrow Business & Tourism Association. Business leaders from around the Southern Crescent will be in attendance. The program will include a “Meet and Greet” at 7:32 a.m., with the meeting starting at 8:03 a.m.
Twomey will be speaking on the latest developments in the city of Morrow and Kirk will be speaking on the importance of the Clayton State University SBDC office; mainly how the SBDC can help new and existing entrepreneurs start and grow their business.
Spivey Hall Young Artists and Spivey Hall Children's Choir, May 18
The talents and achievements of all 170 Spivey Hall Children’s Choir Program singers are showcased in this 7 p.m. culminating spring concert in Spivey Hall, with pride of place given to the Spivey Hall Young Artists.
Admission is $20 for adults and $10 for children. Go to www.spiveyhall.org.
Spivey Hall Children's Choir and Spivey Hall Tour Choir, May 19, May 20
Singing with unmistakable spirit, refinement, and remarkable beauty of tone and expression, the Spivey Hall Children’s Choir caps off another season in two final concerts, starting at 3 p.m., on Saturday, May 19 and Sunday, May 20, in Spivey Hall.
The 50 most advanced of these talented singers, the Tour Choir proudly represents Spivey Hall, Clayton State University, and Georgia in its travels throughout the U.S. and overseas.
"These aren’t children – these are artists!" marveled an astonished listener after the Tour Choir’s performance for Chorus America’s 2010 national Conference, hosted by Spivey Hall. Come listen – you’ll be happily amazed, too.
Admission is $20 for adults and $10 for children. Go to www.spiveyhall.org.
Auxiliary Operating Hours During Semester Break
Loch Shop and LakerCard Center
- May 8-15

Mon-Thurs: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Friday: 8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Dining Services
- Semester break (May 8-18)

Jazzman’s Mon-Thurs 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.; Friday 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Pizza Hut Mon-Fri 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Sub Connection Mon-Fri 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Lakeside Dining Hall, Sandella’s, and SAC Café: CLOSED

Announcements

Department of Recreation & Wellness Summer 2012 Group Exercise Schedule
Boot Camp: Tuesdays at 5:30 p.m.
B.L.T. (Butts, Legs, & Thighs): Tuesdays at noon
Cardio Funk: Mondays at 5:30 p.m.
Core & More: Thursdays at noon; Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m.
Hip-Hop Aerobics: Fridays at noon
RIPPED: Wednesdays at noon
Step & Sculpt: Mondays at noon
Spin: Wednesdays at noon; Mondays at 5:30 p.m.
Zumba: Thursdays at 5:30 p.m.
Classes start June 4, classes end, July 27. No classes on July 4.
Dining Dollar Plans Available for Students for Summer 2012
Dining Dollar plans will be available for students to purchase during the summer semester for use at any retail location. Dining Dollar plans can be purchased via the SWAN using Financial Aid May 16-23, or by cash or credit card anytime in the LakerCard Center. Remember, Dining Dollar purchases will save you seven percent sales tax. Unused Dining Dollars from the summer will carry forward to fall 2012.
Financial Aid Book Money Dates for Summer 2012
Financial Aid Book Money will be available in the Loch Shop May 16 – 23, 2012. During this time, up to $1,000 of your unused Financial Aid will be available for use in the Loch Shop to purchase textbooks, course materials, and other any merchandise you might need.
Dining Dollar Plans and Laptop Funds for Summer 2012
From May 16-23, 2012, you can purchase a Dining Dollar plan and/or request additional unused Financial Aid to purchase a laptop in the Loch Shop. During these dates, log in to the SWAN and click on the Essentials tab. Find the appropriate channel and submit your request. If Financial Aid funds are available, your request will be approved within about one business day. You will be notified via email.
Link to the Work/Home Life Balance Survey
The University is evaluating factors related to work-life balance for different members of the campus community. The Child Care Task Force is specifically interested in understanding how the campus community balances parental responsibilities with work and/or school responsibilities.
Please take a few minutes to complete the Work/Home Life Balance survey located at the link below. It will be available until May 21, but we encourage you to complete it as soon as possible. Your data will be confidential and will be used to help the University engage in planning activities that allow our campus to fully support students, staff, and faculty. Thanks in advance for your participation!
Child Care Task Force:
Dr. Deborah Deckner
Dr. Elaine Manglitz
Dr. Susan Copeland
Dr. Pinar Gurkas
Dr. Erica Dotson
Sundee Proctor
Tina Hayes
https://claytonstate.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_6zdaps5e6giBeOE

Upcoming Events

SBDC Bringing Popular Starting a Business Class to Clayton State – East, May 23
The Clayton State University Small Business Development Center (SBDC) will be bringing its popular Starting a Business class close to home this month.
After offering the class in Fayette, Henry and Spalding counties, SBDC is returning home, that is, just east of the main campus of Clayton State. The next Starting a Business class will be held at Clayton State – East, on Trammell Road in Morrow, on Wednesday, May 23, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Please see the link below to register. The cost of the class is $69. http://www.georgiasbdc.org/subpage.aspx?page_name=description&product=111129&referrer=view_classes&city=Morrow&cart=a30ccf35-230f-4e34-a16f-e2621169d1e2
Current Clayton State students and staff will receive a 50 percent discount, and should contact SDBC’s Heather Chaney for the discount code before registering.
Atlanta Export Symposium, May 23
Through his capacity as president of World Trade Center Atlanta, Clayton State Director of the Office of International Programs John Parkerson has arranged free attendance for any College of Business students or faculty who might wish to attend the Atlanta Export Symposium on May 23, at the World Trade Center.
This is an ambitious program, with outstanding sponsors and program panelists. It should provide excellent substantive content and networking opportunities for students who are interested in international business, international marketing and supply chain.
Any individuals who wish to attend should contact Parkerson at johnparkerson@clayton.edu or (678) 466-4091.
VRC Bringing Former VFW Commander-in-Chief to Campus for Memorial Day Speech, May 25
John F. Gwizdak, former (2000/2001) commander-in-chief of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) is coming to the Clayton State University campus to speak on the occasion of Memorial Day.
Gwizdak, a resident of Raleigh, Ga., will be appearing at Clayton State on Friday, May 25 under the sponsorship of the University’s Veterans Resource Center (VRC), and a grant from the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia. His address, which is free and open to the public, will start at noon in room UC272 of the James M. Baker University Center.
According to Shiraz Karaa, interim director of the VRC, Gwizdak will talk about the historical significance of Memorial Day and address student veterans about using their GI benefits and the importance of education and completing college.